Allied Telesis AT-MC601 manual

Extended Ethernet AT-MC601 AT-MC602 Installation and User’s Guide ® PN 613-506 47- 00 Rev B[...]

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3 Electrical Safety and Emission Statement Standards : This prod uc t meets the followi ng sta nda rd s. Warning : In a domestic environme nt this produ ct may cause ra dio interfer ence in whic h case the u ser may be requ ired to take adequate measur es. RFI Emission EN55022 Cl assA, FCC Part15 ClassA  1 Immunity E N55024 E lectrical Safe ty E[...]

4 Contents Electrical Safety and Emission Statement 3 Preface ................. ........... ........... ................. ........... ............ ........... ................. ........... .......... ............. ........... ........... ...............6 How This Guide is Organ ized ................ ........... ........... ................. .......[...]

Content s 5 Cabling the Subs criber Unit........... ........... ................. ........... ............ ................. ........... .......... . ................. ........... ........ 26 Powering On the Subscriber Unit ................... ........... ................. ........... ............ ................. ......... .. ........... ........[...]

6 Preface This guide contains instructions on how to install and configure the AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 Extended Ethernet units. How T his Guide is Organized This manual contains the following chapters and appendices: Chapter 1, Product Description, de scribes the features and components of the network extenders. Chapter 2, Installation, contains inst[...]

Pref ace 7 Document Conventions This document uses the following conventions: Note Notes provide additional information. Warning Warnings inform you that perf orming or omitting a specific action may result in bodily injury. Caution Cautions inform you that performing or omitting a s pec ific action may result in equipment da mage or loss of data.[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 8 Contac ting Al lied Te lesyn Technical Support This section provides A llied Tele syn contact informa tion for technical support as well as sales or corporate information. Onlin e Sup port You can request technical support onl ine by accessing the Allied Telesyn Knowledge Base from the followi[...]

9 Chapter 1 Product Description The AT-MC601, AT-MC602 Extended Ethernet products are designed to transmit data at very high speeds over unshielded pairs of copper wires using VDSL technology on your existing telephone line. Summary of F eatures ❑ VDSL (Very high-bit-rate Digital Subscriber) Line port ❑ PSTN (Public Switched Telephone Network) [...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 10 Over vi ew These devices ca n be used in multi -dwelling units (MDU), mu lti-tenant buildings (MTU), and in the hospitality indus try, such as airports, hotels, and convention centers. These units are sold in pairs with the AT-MC601 functioning as the subscriber and the AT-MC602 functioning a[...]

Product Descri ption 11 Locati on of Components Figure 2 illustrates the front pane ls of the AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders. Figure 2 Front Panels Figure 3 illustrates the rear panels of the AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders. Figure 3 Rear Panels LINE 10Base T/ 100Base TX PSTN LINK ACT PWR ERR LINK MGMT A T -MC601 VDSL EXTENDED ETHE[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 12 Hardware Features The following sections describe these hardwa re features of the AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders: ❑ VDSL Line port ❑ PSTN port ❑ 10/100 Mbps twisted pair Ethernet port ❑ Status LEDs ❑ Management port ❑ Management cable ❑ DC power supply input port ❑ Ex[...]

Product Descri ption 13 PSTN Po rt The PSTN port allows you to connect the AT-MC601 Subscriber unit to a telephone and the AT-MC602 Provider un it to the outside telco box. This port features an RJ-11 connector. Table 2 lists the RJ-11 port pinouts and their assignments. 10/100 Mbps Twisted Pair Ethernet Port The AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network exten[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 14 Auto-Negotiation. The network extenders Au to-Negotiate the spee d and duplex mode of the Ethernet link, so that the link comes up in the highest performance configur ation supported by both ends. Half- and Full -duple x Mode . Duplex mode refers to the way an end- node sends and receives dat[...]

Product Descri ption 15 Status LE Ds The AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders feature the status LEDs defined in Table 4. MGMT Port The mana gement port features a 8-pi n DIN connector f or connecting the network extenders to your laptop or PC-compatible computer for configuration using the pr ovided management cable. Mana g eme nt Cable The man[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 16 Table 5 lists the management cable connector pins and their signals. DC Power Supply Inp ut Port The network extender has a single DC power supply socket on the back panel. The unit does not have a power switch. To turn the network extender ON or OFF, you connect or disconnect the power cor d[...]

Product Descri ption 17 Software Fea tures The AT-S57 software used to configure the A T-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders has the following features : ❑ Determine the VDSL link status ❑ Set the upstream and downstr eam da ta transfer rates ❑ Monitor the status of the VDSL parameters on both the local and remote units ❑ Monitor the statu[...]

18 Chapter 2 Installation This ch apter contains the installation procedure s for the network e xtenders. The installation process is desc ribed in the following sections: ❑ Installation Safety Precauti ons ❑ Selecting a Site for the Network Extender ❑ Required Cables ❑ Unpacking the Network Extender ❑ Installing the AT-MC601 Subscriber U[...]

Inst allati on 19 Installa tion Safety Pre cautions Please review the following safety precautions before you begin to install the network exte nders. Refer to ”Translated Electric al Safety and Emission Information” on page 54 for translated sa fety statements in your language. Caution Only use the power adapter supplied with the extender. The[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 20 Additi onal Compliance War ning Statements Additional telecommunication-related compliance warning statements used with the AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 Extended Ethernet units are listed below: Warning When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce[...]

Inst allati on 21 Selecti ng a Site for th e Network E xtender Observe the following re quirements when choosing a site for your networ k extender: ❑ If you plan to install the AT-MCR12 in a n equipment rack, check to be sure that t he rack is safe ly secured and that it will not tip over. Devices in a rack should be installed starting at the bot[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 22 Cables Not Included The AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders re quire the three cables described in Table 6 below. The se cables are not included with the network extenders. Table 6 Cables Por t Cable Connector Eth ern et C ategory 3 or better 100-ohm unshielded straight-through or crossov[...]

Inst allati on 23 Unpacking the Network Extender To unpack the network extender: 1. Remove all components from the shipping package and store the packaging material in a safe location. Note You must use the original shipping material if you need to return the unit to Allied Teles yn. 2. Place the network extende r on a level, secure surface. 3. Mak[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 24 Installing the AT-MC601 Subscriber Uni t The AT-MC601 Subscriber unit will most likely be used as a stand-al one device, or can be used as a desktop device , or mounted onto a wall, using the keyholes on the bottom of the unit. The screws and plastic anchors used for mounting the unit are pro[...]

Inst allati on 25 3. Install the screws and plastic anchors onto the wall, as shown in Figure 7. Figure 7 Installing the Screws and Plastic Anchors Onto The W all 4. Position the switch onto the wall screw s so that the ports are f acing the ceiling, as shown in Figure 8. Figure 8 Positioning The Switc h Onto The Wall Screws LINE 10BaseT/ 100BaseTX[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 26 Cabling the Subscr iber Unit To cable the Subscriber unit, perform the following steps: 1. First, connect the Ethernet cable fro m the Etherne t port to the Ethernet port on the computer, as shown in Figure 9. Figure 9 Ethernet to Computer 2. Then, connect a telephone line cable from the PSTN[...]

Inst allati on 27 3. Next, connect a telephone line cable from the VDSL Line port to the wall/interior telephone li ne, as shown in Figure 11, so that the Subscriber unit can communicate with the Provider unit. Figure 11 VDSL Line to Wall/Interior Phone Line Note The procedure for c onnecting the ma nagement cable is described in ”Cabling Prepara[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 28 Instal ling the AT-MC60 2 Provider U nit The AT-MC602 Provider unit can be installed in an AT-MCR12 rackmount chassis, used as a desktop device, or mounted onto a wa ll using the keyholes on the bottom of the unit. The screws and plastic anchors used for mounting the unit are provided. Warnin[...]

Inst allati on 29 Wall -Mou nting the Provider Unit The Provider unit can be mounted onto a wall using the keyholes on the bottom of the unit. The screws and plastic anchors used for mounting the unit are provided. To wall-mount the Provider Unit, perform the following procedure: 1. If attached, r emove the protective feet , data cables, and power [...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 30 Grounding the Provider Uni t When an AT-MC602 Provider unit is used as a standalone network extender, you must ground the unit to a ground point to ensure a safe and proper operation. Grounding the chassis requires the following items: ❑ One cable lug (provided) ❑ One M4 x 8mm screw (prov[...]

Inst allati on 31 Rack-Mounting the Provider Unit To install the Provider unit in an AT-MCR12 rackmount chassis, perform the following steps: 1. Attach the unit to one of the sliders th at will hold the unit in the chass is, as shown in Figure 18. Figure 18 Rack Mount - Set on Slider 2. Then, set the slider in the chassis, as shown in Figure 19. Fi[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 32 Cabling the Provider Uni t To cable the Provider unit, perform the following steps: 1. First, connect the Ethernet cable from the Etherne t port to the Service Provider box in your wiring closet, as shown in Figure 20. Figure 20 Ethernet to Internet Service Provider 2. Then, connect a telepho[...]

Inst allati on 33 3. Next, connect a telephone line cable from the VDSL Line port to the wall/interior telephone line, as shown in Figu re 22, so that the Provider unit can communicate with the Subscriber unit. Figure 22 VDSL Line to Wall/Interior Phone Line Note The procedure for c onnecting the ma nagement cable is described in ”Cabling Prepara[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 34 Warranty Registratio n When you have finished installing the network extender, register your product by completing the enclosed warran ty card and mailing it to Allied Telesyn.[...]

35 Chapter 3 Configuration The configuration software allows you to adjust and monitor the operating parameters of the media conve rter. Some of the functions that you can perform with the software include: ❑ Determine the VDSL link status ❑ Set the upstream and downstr eam data transfer rates ❑ Monitor the status of the VDSL parameters on bo[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 36 Start ing a Co nfig uration Session Down load ing Software Updates In order to conf igure and manage your AT- MC601 and AT-MC602 VDSL network extenders, you need to downl oad a copy of the configura tion software onto the computers you will use to manage the units. The AT-S57 configuration so[...]

Configura tion 37 Opening the Conf igur ati on Software Open the configuration software by double-clicking the “ATS57” application icon, as you would with a ny other software program. The AT- MC60x Configurator pop-up will appear, as shown in Figure 24. Figure 24 AT-MC60x Configurator If you would like to verify that you are using the latest ve[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 38 Conf iguring the Prov ider Unit After performing the proc edure described in the prev ious section, ”Starting a Configuration Session” on page 36, if you are c onnected to the Provider unit, the AT- MC60x Configurator menu will appear. The Configurator bar at the top of the menu indicates[...]

Configura tion 39 The parameters on the Configura tion screen are described below. Upstream /Downstream The upstream and downstream data transf er rate. ❑ Actual (Mbps) Displays the actual data transfer ra te on the line. The software automatica lly detects this speed. ❑ Min (M bps) Allows you to adapt t he data transfer rate by setting a minim[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 40 The Configuration Saved pop- up shown in Figure 27 will appear when the set rate or the highest possible rate has been achieved. Figure 27 Configuration Saved An unsuccessful configuration attemp t may include the following status reports: Loading defaul ts Can’t read link stat us Done Thes[...]

Configura tion 41 VDSL St atus To view the VDSL Status screen, click on the VD SL Status tab at the top of the menu. The VDSL Status screen is displayed in Figure 28. Figure 28 VDSL Status The parameters on the VDSL Status sc reen are de scribed below. These parameters are for viewing and monitoring purposes only. They ca nnot be changed manually. [...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 42 Redu ced Cons tellation Link A lesser QAM constellation, causing reduced line rates. If the f ull constellation rate cannot be achieved because the received SNR is too low, then a reduced constellation link can be established and the software can automatica lly configure the Subscribe r unit [...]

Configura tion 43 Ethernet Status To view the Ethernet Sta tus screen, cl ick on the Ethernet Status tab at the top of the menu. The Ethernet Status screen is displayed in Figure 29. Figure 29 Ethernet Status The parameters on the Ethernet St atus screen ar e described below. TxRx Counters The data fields in this section indi cate the number and ty[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 44 Stop/S tart This button allows you to pause counting. When you press Stop, the counters remain at their pr esent values. When you press Start, the counters continue adding to the values already recorded by the softwa re. Local/R emote Select Local to view the para meters fo r the Provider uni[...]

Configura tion 45 Conf iguring the Subsc riber Unit In rare instances, you may need to use the configura tion software on the Subscriber unit to attempt link recovery. If the configuration software detects a problem with the Subscriber unit while you are connected to the Provider unit, it will prompt you to use the software on the Subscriber unit b[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 46 time, a ti meout will oc cur. After a tim eout, the defaul t configura tion parameters will be use d to establish a link wit h the highest possible speed. The default configuration paramete rs start at 0.94 Mbps upstream and downstream with negotiation set from Low -> High. Select the opti[...]

47 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting This chapter contains information on how to troubleshoot the AT-MC601 and AT-MC602 network extenders in the event a pr oblem occurs. Note If after following the instructions in this chapter you are unable to resolve the problem, contact Allied Tel esyn Technical Support for assistance. Refer to ”Contact ing A llied Te[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 48 Verify that the ACT LED for each twisted pair port is ON. If a ACT LED is OFF, do the following: ❑ Verify that the end node c onnected to the port is powered ON and is operating properly. ❑ Check that the twisted p air cable is securely connected to t he port on the network extender and t[...]

Trouble shooting 49 If you are unable to establish a configuration session with the network extender and rec eive this error message, check to be sure that the management cable is secu rely connected to the management port on the network extender a nd to the RS-232 port on the computer. Then make sure you are selecting the correct COM1 or COM2 port[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 50 ❑ “ Configurati on file was not found ” ❑ “ Syntax error in co nfiguration file ” ❑ “ Configurati on cannot be achieved ” These last three error messages indicate a problem with the configuration software. Try re- loading the software onto your computer.[...]

51 Appendix A Default Configuration Settings This appendix lists the A T -MC601 and A T -MC602 default settings. Settin g Default Provider Parameters Monitored Local (Provider) Speeds Upstream Max .94 Mbps Upstream Min .94 Mbps Downstream Max .94 Mbps Downstream Min .94 Mbps Flow Low to High Selected Ethern et Port Duplex Mode Auto-Negotiate Speed [...]

52 Appendix B Technical Specifications Physical S pecif ications Dimensions: (W x D x H) 109 mm x 95 mm x 25 mm (4.29 in. x 3.74 in. x 0.98 in.) Weight: .27 kg (0.6 lbs) Recommended Minimum Clearance on All Sides: 5.08 cm (2.0 in.) Environment al Specifica tions Operating Temperature: 0° C to 40° C (32° F to 104° F) Storage Temperature: -25° C[...]

Techni cal Sp ec ificat ion s 53 Safety and Electroma gnetic Comp atibility Certifications Emission: EN55022 ClassA, FCC Part15 ClassA Immunity: EN55024 Safety: EN60950, UL60950, FCC Part68[...]

54 Appendix C Translated Electrical Safety and Emission Information Important : This appendix contains multip le-language translations for the safety s tatements i n this guide. Wi ch ti g : Dieser Anhang enthält Übersetzungen de r in diesem Handbuch enthaltenen Sicherheitshinw eise in mehrer en Sprachen. V igtigt : Dette t illæg indeh older ove[...]

Trans lated E lectri cal Sa fety a nd Emis sion I nformat ion 55 Stand ards : This pr oduct m eets the foll owing safety standards.  1 RFI Emission EN55022 Class A, FCC Part 15 Class A  2 Immunity E N55024  3 Electr i cal Safety EN6095 0, UL609 50 , FCC Part 68 Safety  4 Only use the power ad apt e r supplied with th e ex tender. The AT[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 56 Normen : Dieses P rodu kt erfüllt die Anfo rderungen der nachfolge nd en Normen.  1 Hochfreq uenzstörung EN55022 Klasse A, FC C Part 15 Klasse A  2 Störsi cherheit EN 55024  3 Elektri sche Sich erheit EN6095 0, UL609 50 , FCC Part 68 Sic herhe it  4 Bitte den Adap ter nur mit d[...]

Trans lated E lectri cal Sa fety a nd Emis sion I nformat ion 57 Standarder : Det te pro duk t ti lfred sstil le r de fø l gende stand a rder.  1 Radiofr ekvens forstyr relsesemi ssion E N55022 Kl asse A, FCC Part 15 Klasse A  2 Imm unitet EN5 5024  3 Elek trisk s ikker hed EN609 50, U L6095 0, FCC Part 6 8 Sikk erhe d  4 Ved installa [...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 58 Eisen : D it produ ct voldoe t aan de volgend e ei sen .  1 RFI Emissie EN55022 Klasse A, FCC Part 15 Klasse A  2 Immun iteit EN 55024  3 Electrisch e Veiligh eid EN60 950, UL6 0950, FCC Part 68 Veiligheid  4 Gebruik all een de power ad apter die meegelever d is met de ver lenger.[...]

Trans lated E lectri cal Sa fety a nd Emis sion I nformat ion 59 Normes : ce produit e st co nfor me aux norme s de suivantes.  1 Eemission d’ interfé re nces EN5502 2 Class A, FCC Part 15 Class A radioélectri ques  2 Immunit é EN5502 4  3 Sécurit é électri que EN6095 0, UL609 50, FCC Part 68 Sécurité  4 Utiliser uniquem ent l[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 60 Standardit : Tämä tu ote on seu raavien standa rdi en muk ai ne n.  1 Radioaalt ojen häiri nt ä EN5502 2 Class A, FCC Part 15 Class A  2 Kestävyys E N55024  3 Sähköt urvall isuus EN6095 0, UL6 0950, FCC Par t 68 Turvallisuu s  4 Käyt ä vain m uuntimen m ukana to imitettua[...]

Trans lated E lectri cal Sa fety a nd Emis sion I nformat ion 61 Standard : Q ue sto prodott o è conform e ai seguen ti stan dard.  1 Emissione R FI (interfer e nza di EN5502 2 Classe A, FCC Pa rt 15 Classe A radiofrequenza)  2 Immunit à EN5502 4  3 Sicurezza elett rica EN60950, UL6 09 50, FCC Part 68 Norme Di Sicurezza  4 Questo d is[...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 62 Sikkerhetsnormer : Dette produktet t ilfredsstiller f ølgende si kkerhetsnorme r.  1 RFI strål ing EN55 022 Klasse A, FC C Part 15 Klasse A  2 Immunitte t EN55024  3 Elek trisk sikker het EN609 50, UL6095 0, FCC Part 6 8 Sikkerhet  4 Ved instal lation av conver teren må ma n ku[...]

Trans lated E lectri cal Sa fety a nd Emis sion I nformat ion 63 Padr ões : Este pro dut o at e nde aos seguintes padrõe s.  1 Emiss ã o de inte rf er ê nc ia de EN55 02 2 C la ss A, FCC Part 15 Cla s s A radiofrequência  2 Imunidad e EN55024  3 Segura nç a eléctri ca EN60950 , UL60950, FCC Part 68 Segu rança  4 Use apenas adap [...]

AT-MC601 , AT-MC602 Ins tallation and U ser’s Guide 64 Estándares : Est e pro duc to cumple con los sigu ientes estándar es.  1 Emisión RFI EN55022 Clase A, FCC P art 15 Clase A  2 Inm unida d EN5 5024  3 Seg uri dad el éctri ca EN609 50 , UL60 95 0, FCC Part 68 Segu ridad  4 Use únicament e el ad aptador de corrient e suministra[...]

Trans lated E lectri cal Sa fety a nd Emis sion I nformat ion 65 Standarder : D enna produ kt uppfy ller följ ande stan darder.  1 Radiost ör n ing EN5502 2 Klass A, FCC P ar t 15 Klass A  2 Imm unitet EN5 5024  3 Elsäke rhet EN6095 0, UL6 0950, F CC Part 68 Säker het  4 Använd end a st medföljand e krafta ggregat t i ll DSL konv [...]